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Iraola Cheers Liverpool’s Comeback Victory Over Atletico Madrid in Champions League

Liverpool Opens Champions League With a Comeback Win Against Atletico Madrid

On Wednesday, Liverpool started their Champions League journey with a 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid, marking a winning European debut for their new manager Andoni Iraola. The match took place at Anfield, where Liverpool overturned an early deficit to claim the three points.

Other Top Clubs Also Record Wins

The same evening saw victories for several of Europe's biggest teams. Paris Saint-Germain began their quest for a third straight Champions League crown with a commanding 6-1 win over Slovan Bratislava, powered by a hat-trick from Ferran Torres. Barcelona scored five goals in their opening match against Feyenoord, while Arsenal secured a narrow 1-0 victory away at Napoli.

PSG’s Dominant Start and Upcoming Fixtures

Despite struggling in domestic play, PSG wasted no time dominating Slovan Bratislava at Parc des Princes. Torres opened the scoring after receiving a cross from Ousmane Dembélé, who had earlier put his team ahead twice. Torres then completed his hat-trick by the 57th minute with a remarkable finish. Suleiman Camara scored a consolation for Slovan, but Fabian Ruiz sealed the huge win late on.

  • Ferran Torres scored a hat-trick for PSG.
  • Ousmane Dembélé contributed two assists and a rebound goal.
  • Fabian Ruiz added a late goal.

PSG face tough challenges ahead, including games at Manchester City and hosting Barcelona.

Liverpool’s Match Details Against Atletico Madrid

Atletico took the lead in the 17th minute when Julian Alvarez set up Marcos Llorente, who chipped the ball over Liverpool’s goalkeeper Alisson. Llorente has now scored five times in three matches at Anfield, including a memorable double last season.

Liverpool responded before halftime through Dominik Szoboszlai, who finished off a slick backheel pass from defender Ronald Araujo. Early in the second half, Alexis Mac Allister struck from outside the box to give the hosts the lead, which they maintained until the final whistle.

  • Marcos Llorente scored for Atletico in the 17th minute.
  • Dominik Szoboszlai equalized for Liverpool just before halftime.
  • Alexis Mac Allister put Liverpool ahead early in the second half.

Iraola Delighted After His Champions League Debut

"I've loved it. The atmosphere has been incredible and I feel lucky, lucky to experience it," said Andoni Iraola following Liverpool’s comeback win in Europe’s premier club competition.

Summary of Key Matches on September 9, 2026

  • Liverpool 2-1 Atletico Madrid
  • Paris Saint-Germain 6-1 Slovan Bratislava
  • Barcelona 5-X Feyenoord (exact score not specified)
  • Arsenal 1-0 Napoli

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